Hearty Whole Grains

• 1 pound (455 g) hearty whole grains: hard wheat berries, rye berries, spelt, or pot barley

Rinse the grains in a sieve under running water, then dump into the slow cooker. Add 6 cups (1.4 L) water. Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours, until tender, checking them occasionally to make sure they